Willow Park
Closed — Closed for the season. Operates Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather dependent. Open to self-supported camping after season closures when weather permits, but without trash collection, water, or cleaning services. Reservations required during operating season.
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
Occupancy and Use Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to protect the public health and safety in the Rocky Mountain Region. This Order is supplemental to and does not rescind or replace those restrictions in 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart A, or any Forest Supervisor Order issued under 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart B.
Cave Closure and Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.
Forest Special Order 02-02-06-25-11 Black Mountain Lookout Building Closure
The Black Mountain Fire Lookout building and deck are closed to entry.
Forest Special Order 02-02-06-25-10 Burgess Junction Visitor Center
Area closure to protect Burgess Junction Visitor Center building.
Forest Special Order 02-02-03-25-01 Medicine Wheel Area Closure
Restrictions in the Medicine Wheel Area.
Forest Special Order 02-02-01-25-02 West Tensleep Corridor
Restrictions to camping and human waste management in West Tensleep Corridor, Forest System Road 27.
Forest Special Order 02-02-03-25-05 Shell Falls Interpretive Site Closure
Shell Falls Interpretive Site trails, pathways, grounds, viewing platform, buildings, parking areas, and road closed to public entry.
Forest Special Order 02-02-25-03 Over Snow and Motor Vehicle Restrictions
Travel management restrictions including S-Areas.
Forest Special Order 02-02-06-24-09 Gravel Pit Area Closures
Burgess and Copper Creek Gravel Pit closures to public entry.
Forest Special Order 02-02-24-02 Occupancy and Use Camping Regulations
Regulations related to camping and use of areas in the Bighorn National Forest.
About
Willow Park Group Campground is located about 50 miles east of Worland, Wyoming, in the Bighorn National Forest near Meadowlark Lake and the Cloud Peak Wilderness Area. Situated at 8,600 feet elevation in an open meadow surrounded by lodgepole pine forest, this single group site can accommodate up to 150 people for day-use picnicking and up to 60 people for overnight camping. The site is equipped with multiple picnic and serving tables, grills, and a campfire circle with benches. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water from a hand pump, and trash collection are provided during the operating season. Limited parking is available for RVs and trailers, confined to the parking lot area. Recreational opportunities abound in the surrounding area, including off-road vehicle trails, scenic jeep roads, and diverse hiking trails ranging from loop trails to treks along creeks and over mountain peaks, many accessing the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Meadowlark Lake is within a couple miles and allows motorized craft at no-wake speeds, offering excellent trout fishing. West Tensleep Lake, a few miles north, is open to non-motorized craft only. The historic James T. Saban Lookout, built by the CCC in 1942, is accessible via a short hike just east of Meadowlark Lake and provides panoramic views of the area. Nearby Deer Haven Lodge and Meadowlark Lodge offer dining, lodging, and fishing and camping supplies.
Directions
From Ten Sleep, Wyoming, take Highway 16 east for about 16 miles. Turn north for about 1 mile on Forest System Road 253.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $99 - $176 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| gccampgrounds13@gmail.com | |
| Phone | +1 (406) 587-9054 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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